Carson City School District Carson City , NV 89711
Posted 3 weeks ago
Posting ID#: RR-109832
Date: September 11th, 2024
POSITION: Special Education Paraprofessional III
LOCATION: Carson High School
OPEN TO: Employees of Carson City School District and external applicants.
APPLICATION PERIOD: Closes September 24.2024, or until filled.
SALARY & BENEFITS: Salary Range: $21.73 to $28.11 (7 hours per day, 181 days per year) with benefits according to the classified negotiated agreement. Employer-paid retirement, health and life insurance, sick leave benefits and personal leave. The prior position must be similar in nature and written verification of employment from the previous employer must be submitted to Human Resources upon employment. Per Administrative Regulation No. 311.1.
NOTE: This position begins the 2024-2025 school year. This position is strictly contingent upon sufficient funding, and student enrollment.
APPLICATION: Complete the online application by clicking "Apply for this Position." The application could include:
EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE: Graduation from high school or the equivalent. A typical qualifying entrance background is completion of formal or informal training in child development, physical therapy or a closely related field; and experience performing the work of a para professional in a special education program for disabled students; or experience at or equivalent to experience as a Para Professional III for the Carson City School District, wherein the incumbent has acquired the knowledge and abilities listed below. Must have an Associates Degree or completion of two (2) years of study at an institution of higher education (verified by official transcript) or pass the state-approved academic proficiency test (Para Professional Assessment). All applicants must meet all highly qualified requirements pursuant to No Child Left Behind (NCLB) regulations. Bilingual preferred.
Para Professionals are not guaranteed a specific site. They may be assigned to locations that will best serve the educational needs of the students and the school district. Each position is contingent upon the number of students with these particular needs remaining enrolled in the school district.
Must be able to pass the pre-employment drug screen, physical, and lift test.
This is a replacement position.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: The Human Resources Department will make efforts to provide reasonable accommodations to disabled candidates in the employment process. If you have special needs, please notify the Human Resources Department at the time you turn in your application or at least three (3) days prior to an interview by calling (775) 283-2130.
Carson City School District
Job Description
Job Title: Special Education Paraprofessional III
Location: Student Support Services/Site Based
Reports To: Principal or Designee
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Prepared By: Associate Superintendent of Human Resources
Prepared Date: 7/12/2023
Our Mission
Carson City School District has a mission: in partnership with families and the community, we will make the most of every day for each student by empowering them with the skills, knowledge, values, and opportunities to thrive.
In pursuit of that mission, we're working to develop better practices, challenge the status quo, and build a community that inspires and empowers innovators, leaders, and thinkers.
We are building a team of trailblazers and are looking for high energy, positive, passionate, happy people to help accomplish our ambitious mission.
Position Summary
The School District Paraprofessional III in the Alternate Standards Placement Classroom plays a crucial role in supporting students and teachers in an inclusive educational setting. This position involves assisting teachers in classroom operations and providing instruction to students with various disabilities. These disabilities may include learning disabilities, serious emotional disabilities, severe intellectual and physical challenges, visual impairment, and hearing impairment.
As a Paraprofessional III, you will contribute to the implementation of individual education programs for each student. You will be an integral part of the classroom, supporting students academically, socially, and emotionally. In addition to these responsibilities, clerical duties will also be performed as required. Bilingual proficiency is preferred for this role.
Your commitment to creating a positive and inclusive learning environment is essential. You will work closely with the classroom teacher and other support staff to facilitate student engagement, foster academic progress, promote social-emotional development, and provide assistance with tasks such as toileting, diapering, and lifting students when necessary.
Salary Range
$21.73/hr. to $27.56/hr. plus employer paid medical, dental, vision and life insurance, and retirement benefits.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Physical Demands
Working Conditions
This job description covers the key aspects of the position, including duties, qualifications, knowledge, skills, abilities, physical demands, and working conditions. Additional duties that are related to the work in this job description, may be assigned as needed.
When applying for a position, candidates must meet the minimum qualifications as listed on the appropriate position vacancy announcement.
Notice of Non-Discrimination
The Carson City School District does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, or on any other basis protected by state or federal law, and it provides equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the District's non-discrimination policies: Title IX and 504 Coordinator, 1402 W. King Street, Carson City, NV 89703, (775) 283-2130.
Carson City School District